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White Paper: Uriah the Prophet—A Biblical Case Study in Faithful Witness and Its Contemporary Parallels

Posted on October 12, 2025 by nathanalbright

I. Introduction The figure of Uriah son of Shemaiah emerges briefly but powerfully in the Book of Jeremiah (Jeremiah 26:20–23). Though his role occupies only a few verses, his life and death mirror those of Jeremiah himself—revealing a profound theological … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Pacifism and the Law of the Thief: A Biblicist Contrast

Posted on October 12, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract This white paper examines the contrast between Christian pacifism and the biblical principle that “the thief has no blood” (Exodus 22:2), which permits lethal defense of life and property under certain circumstances. From a biblicist perspective—one seeking direct correspondence … Continue reading →

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White Paper: From Azazel to Scapegoat: The Evolution of a Biblical Term and Its Modern Connotations

Posted on October 2, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The term scapegoat has become a common expression in modern languages, describing an individual or group unfairly blamed for the faults or problems of others. Yet this meaning is a profound shift from its biblical origin in Leviticus … Continue reading →

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White Paper: What Was Lost: Scotland in the Wars of the Auld Alliance and in the Brain Drain of Empire

Posted on October 2, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Scotland’s history is marked by two great forms of loss: first, the devastation of recurrent wars fought against England in the medieval and early modern periods, often within the framework of the Auld Alliance with France (1295–1560); second, … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Celebrity Infrastructure in Dr. Feelgood and Dr. Make You Feel Alright

Posted on September 22, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract Two iconic songs—Mötley Crüe’s Dr. Feelgood (1989) and Prince’s Dr. Make You Feel Alright (from Let’s Go Crazy, 1984)—offer a lens into the infrastructure that surrounds celebrities to cater to their needs, desires, and crises. Though stylistically different, both … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Geopolitics of Beowulf: Lessons from the Poem and the Germanic Legendary World

Posted on September 21, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The Old English epic Beowulf is often read as heroic poetry, an allegory of Christian virtue, or a martial narrative of monsters and heroes. Yet beneath its surface lies a sophisticated meditation on geopolitics, power, and inter-polity relations … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Long-Term Societal Effects of Political Assassinations Against Non-Elites

Posted on September 16, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract Political assassinations typically target high-profile leaders or revolutionary figures. However, when such violence is directed at individuals outside of formal political power—activists, journalists, community leaders, or even ordinary citizens—the psychological and structural consequences are distinct. Ordinary people see victims … Continue reading →

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No One Weeps for the Wicked: How Celebrating the Death of Opponents Breeds a Culture Where Violence Replaces Disagreement

Posted on September 13, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract In polarized societies, the death of ideological opponents is too often met with public glee. When political communities treat the passing of rivals as occasions for triumph rather than solemnity, they foster a culture in which violence replaces dialogue, … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Badfinger’s Lost Revenues and the Exploitation of Artist Rights

Posted on September 12, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Badfinger, one of the most promising bands of the early 1970s, achieved international success with hits such as Come and Get It, No Matter What, Day After Day, Baby Blue, and Without You. Despite their chart performance and … Continue reading →

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Charlie Kirk: Amplifying Conservative Voices in an Era of Political Turmoil

Posted on September 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Charlie Kirk (1993–2025) emerged as a pivotal figure in American conservatism, founding Turning Point USA (TPUSA) at age 18 and transforming it into a powerhouse for mobilizing young conservatives. Through campus activism, media platforms, and close alliances with … Continue reading →

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